Amherst Homes for Sale

Community Overview

Located in Erie County, the town of Amherst is Buffalo’s largest suburb. Amherst is conveniently situated near many of the area’s dining, recreation, nightlife, and entertainment destinations. Owning Amherst real estate will give you an easy 20-minute commute to downtown Buffalo, and Niagara Falls, New York.

The town of Amherst was formed in 1818, and named after British troop leader, Sir Jeffrey Amherst. In the years that followed, the community grew becoming home to many diverse European cultures. Today, those cultures are evident in the area’s architecture, homes, and retail stores.

Amherst is a great place to call home. When you visit, don’t be surprised if you never want to leave. Your representative at Stovroff & Taylor Realtors will take you on a tour of the many historic neighborhoods in town, and the newer, growing communities in East Amherst.

School Districts

The Amherst Central School District, the Sweet Home Central School District, and the Williamsville Central School District serve Amherst residents. These districts consistently earn high marks for their quality of their education. In 2011, Business First of Buffalo, the area’s leading business newspaper ranked the 97 school districts serving Western New York. Find Homes in the Amherst School District

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